Lee's Summit to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

209.9 miles 337.8 km · straight line
262.4 miles estimated 422.3 km · driving distance
5h 17min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Lee's Summit from Tulsa?

The distance from Lee's Summit to Tulsa is 209.9 miles (337.8 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located SSW of Lee's Summit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.4 miles, taking about 5h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Lee's Summit in Missouri and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lee's Summit and Tulsa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Lee's Summit to Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 17min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 20min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 1min $31–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lee's Summit & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Lee's Summit
38.91°N, 94.38°W
America/Chicago
316m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients